Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect
In the reception hall, Ning Fengzhi and the other two silently watched Chen Chu and his companion, who had just left down the mountain.
"Uncle Jian, I think sending Rongrong to Heaven Dou Royal Academy would be a good choice too."
He had originally wanted to let the girl choose for herself, but now it seemed better to make the decision for her.
Chen Xin, who had just finished washing up, rarely failed to defend the little witch after hearing Ning Fengzhi's words.
He nodded. "I think studying at Heaven Dou Royal Academy is a good choice too. At least it's close by, and no one would dare bully Rongrong."
"But after that guy goes back this time, will he still directly take charge of a class?
Should we hide his strength from the Heaven Dou Imperial Family?"
Everyone understood why they wanted Ning Rongrong to attend Heaven Dou Royal Academy. But what would happen even if she went? He was already an adult; how could he possibly be interested in such a little girl? Besides, Chen Chu was rather calculating. He would probably be difficult to deal with.
Ning Fengzhi merely smiled faintly. "Uncle Jian, since he comes from a reclusive family, he will not completely join any faction. Even the Heaven Dou Imperial Family does not know his true background, but we do."
"What does that mean? It means our relationship with him is above that of the Heaven Dou Empire. And someone like him will inevitably advance to the Titled Douluo rank soon. Based on the battle you recalled, this boy's combat strength is extraordinary. He will surely become a renowned powerhouse in the future. It is only a matter of time now."
Holding the Seven Treasures Scepter, Ning Fengzhi slowly walked to the doorway. Looking out at the boundless sky, he murmured, "When the great roc rises with the wind, it soars ninety thousand li into the heavens.
We need only befriend him, and it will be our sect's greatest gain."
Heaven Dou Royal Academy
Education Committee Office
"What? You're no longer teaching a class? Why? Did the students anger you?"
Upon hearing Chen Chu's resignation, Meng Shenji sprang to his feet in shock and hurried over to his side, asking with concern.
"That's right, Little Chen. If you run into difficulties, you should tell the organization, tell us, tell Your Majesty. You cannot bear everything alone, nor can you just abandon your responsibilities whenever you please." Zhi Lin was equally puzzled and assumed that Chen Chu had run into trouble.
"Elders, it is not that I have encountered any trouble. It is that after these past two months, I have realized that my teaching ability is truly average. If I continue teaching them, I fear I will only lead them astray."
Chen Chu shook his head and spoke with feigned difficulty. "Moreover, I have recently made a breakthrough in cultivation. I truly have no desire to waste time on other matters. My apologies."
As a Soul Sage, he could not keep wasting his time teaching a group of children in their teens, most of whom were only in their twenties in Soul Power level. Before, he had no choice. Now that he had strength, he had forgotten his roots. He no longer wanted to keep pretending.
Zhi Lin stroked his goatee. After hearing Chen Chu's words, his brows furrowed. "Little Chen, that is not right. The children in the class you taught over these two months improved their Soul Power much faster than in previous years. Even Your Majesty and the Prince have privately praised your teaching. How can you say you are misleading them?"
"You are unaware of this, Elder." Chen Chu dipped his head slightly, his tone solemn. "What I taught them was mostly practical combat techniques meant for quick results. They may help with short-term improvement, but they are not beneficial to building a solid foundation.
These children are quite gifted. They should be guided by teachers who better understand systematic instruction, rather than a half-baked person like me who only knows actual combat."
These members of the Education Committee had indeed treated him well, so he needed to explain things clearly to the three of them. Besides, he still needed to build up his foundation within the Heaven Dou Empire and befriend the Empire's powerhouses. That would be highly meaningful to him.
Meng Shenji still wanted to persuade him, but Zhi Lin gently tugged at his sleeve. Pushing up his glasses, Zhi Lin looked deeply at Chen Chu and said, "Teacher Chen, since you have already made your decision, we will not force you. But you said your cultivation has recently broken through. What realm has your Soul Power reached now?"
The moment those words were spoken, the gazes of the other two Education Committee members instantly focused on Chen Chu. The further a Soul Master cultivated, the harder it became to break through. Chen Chu had already become a Soul Emperor at such a young age. Having broken through once more, had he already touched the threshold of Soul Sage?
Chen Chu's Soul Power stirred faintly. A thread of greenish-red Soul Power quietly curled around his palm. He did not deliberately release any pressure, yet all three Soul Douluo-level Education Committee members felt a faint palpitation. "I was fortunate enough to break through to Soul Sage. I am still some distance from Soul Douluo."
"A level-seventy Soul Sage!" Meng Shenji sucked in a cold breath, his voice trembling slightly. "How long has it been? You broke through from Soul Emperor to Soul Sage already? At this rate, I truly have to wonder whether you are a soul beast that rebuilt its cultivation.
Although Meng Shenji said that, everyone knew he definitely was not. If he truly had been, Sword Douluo would have already taken him down at the imperial banquet last time.
Zhi Lin nodded repeatedly, and his gaze toward Chen Chu gained a few traces of reverence. "No wonder you are unwilling to continue teaching a class. With such talent, you truly should focus on cultivation. It is just that, regarding Your Majesty..."
"I will personally speak to Your Majesty." Chen Chu took over. "I came today for two reasons. First, to bid farewell to you elders. Second, to recommend a teacher to take over my position."
"Oh? Who do you recommend?" Meng Shenji became interested. He had always valued talent.
"Teacher Qin Ming, a graduate of Shrek Academy," Chen Chu said slowly. "Teacher Qin Ming is quite experienced, has unique teaching methods, and better understands how to uncover students' potential. He would be the perfect person to lead those children."
Understanding flashed through Meng Shenji's eyes. He had personally tested Qin Ming back then, so he naturally knew of Qin Ming's abilities. Qin Ming was indeed qualified to serve as that class's teacher.
"I will discuss this matter with Your Majesty." Meng Shenji steadied himself and withdrew his gaze, his tone turning solemn. "Teacher Chen, although you will no longer be teaching a class, if the academy encounters a difficult matter, I hope you can lend us your aid. Likewise, if you encounter trouble, the academy will be your steadfast support."
"If needed, I will certainly not refuse." Chen Chu nodded in agreement, then rose to his feet. "Elders, I still need to visit the imperial palace. I will take my leave first."
With that, he left without looking back.
There was still roughly a year or two before Tang San went to Shrek Academy. The plot had not truly begun yet, and the Asura God was still holding back the God Position Inheritance. This forced him to make more preparations.
Tang San's origins were very special, and so were his own. There was likely some great figure's hand behind it all. Could it be the plane consciousness?
Chen Chu suddenly remembered that he had forgotten about the existence of the Douluo Plane's consciousness. If so, perhaps the Asura God did not know his true background and had not been behind it?
Chen Chu shook his head. Whether that was the case or not, the fact that the Asura God had delayed giving him a divine trial for so long showed that his intentions were not pure. Chen Chu needed to find another way.
The greatest resources he possessed now were Immortal Herbs and Slaughter City. He could also establish a great religion like the Angel God and Sea God, harvesting the power of faith. And the most suitable choice now was none other than the Holy Spirit Cult!
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